Skelton (Redcar and Cleveland) Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Skelton’s crime rate in May 2024 stood at 8.1 crimes per 1,000 residents, placing it 3.6% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure reflects a continuation of the area’s generally lower crime profile compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents, 26.9% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (14 incidents, 26.9%) dominated the monthly tally, aligning with patterns seen in built-up areas with dense populations and high foot traffic. Shoplifting (8 incidents, 15.4%) and drug-related crimes (7 incidents, 13.5%) also featured prominently, suggesting challenges in retail security and substance-related activity. The seasonal context of May—longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to higher reports of violence and anti-social behaviour, though these remain below the UK average for their respective categories. Conversely, anti-social behaviour in Skelton exceeds the UK average by 52%, a discrepancy that may reflect local factors such as community dynamics or policing focus. The overall crime rate, while modest, underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where specific crime types diverge significantly from national benchmarks.

The most striking month-on-month change occurred in drug-related crimes, which surged by 250% from 2 to 7 incidents. This jump, coupled with a 100% increase in shoplifting (from 4 to 8) and a 100% rise in burglary (from 0 to 1), signals a sharp uptick in certain categories. Anti-social behaviour, already elevated at 2.2 per 1,000 (26.9% of total crimes), remains 52% above the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000, a figure that may reflect local policing priorities or community-specific tensions. Meanwhile, public order offences dropped by 80% (from 5 to 1), and other thefts fell by 50% (from 4 to 2), suggesting temporary reductions in some areas. Drug-related crime in Skelton is now 400% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, a stark divergence that could indicate localised issues such as increased illicit drug trade or changes in enforcement patterns. These shifts highlight the volatility of specific crime types and the importance of tracking them independently from overall trends.

Skelton’s crime rate in May 2024 (8.1 per 1,000) represents a 21.0% increase compared to April’s 6.7 per 1,000, though it remains below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 123 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while low compared to national averages, masks variations in specific categories. For instance, drug-related crimes in Skelton are 400% above the UK average, a disparity that could signal unique challenges in local drug enforcement or community dynamics. Conversely, burglary and vehicle crime are both below the UK average by 35% and 57% respectively, suggesting that residential and vehicle security measures may be more effective in Skelton. The 21% monthly increase from April to May aligns with seasonal factors such as extended evenings and increased outdoor activity, which may temporarily elevate certain types of crime. However, the overall rate remains modest, reinforcing Skelton’s position as a relatively low-crime built-up area within Redcar and Cleveland.